Eye Spy Optical

Eye Spy Optical

One-on-one Styling of Custom, Colorful, Handmade Eyewear and Sunwear since 1998.

Voted "Best Eyewear Shop" by the Chicago Reader and NewCity 5 times, Eye Spy features custom, colorful, handmade eyewear and expert guidance in a living-room atmosphere.

17/09/2024

Autumn is a new Eye Spier who was looking to replace a treasured broken frame. This chic Cazal was the perfect fit!

10/09/2024

Nina Mûr is customizable in all shapes, sizes, and colors! Designed in Spain and made with ultra lightweight wood from sustainable forests in Finland! 🌳 Look bold, support sustainability!! 👏

Photos from Eye Spy Optical's post 06/09/2024

This is what happens when you have an after-work get-together, eat and drink too much, and then try to get a group photo🤪🥰🤷‍♀️

Photos from Eye Spy Optical's post 05/09/2024

Tale of two . One bold and one subtle…both fabulous!! Both Cynthia and Meghan went for totally different looks this time around, and we are here for it!!😍 Are you ready to switch up your look for fall??

03/09/2024

Mark came in for his annual exam last week…wearing a custom collab Mark x Sabine Be t-shirt!! He’s getting his favorite frame updated with his new Rx so he can see as good as he looks! We still have some appointments available this Thursday if you, too, need your annual eye exam - call us at 773.477.2670 - 👀👩🏼‍⚕️👀

31/08/2024

Last day of our August Sale!! We are open until 5pm today, so pay us a visit before you miss out on the deals!! 🤓🥳

Photos from Eye Spy Optical's post 29/08/2024

Two beloved customers recently bought the same frame, in different colors, and both happened to pick up their frames on the same day! It was kismet!! LaKesha and Michael both look so great in their newest addition to their growing eyewear collections!🤓😍👏👓

27/08/2024

4 days... and we just added more frames to the sale selection!!!! The August Sale is almost over, which means now is the best time to find your next favorite! This beautifully crafted wooden frame is super lightweight, perfect for hot days like this, and equipped with UV protecting sun lenses for a non-Rx grab n go (and available for custom lenses, clear or tinted). We’ll be here from 12-6pm on Wednesday and Thursday, and 11-5pm on Friday and Saturday.

27/08/2024

When Kathy stopped by to pick up a repair, she couldn’t resist trying on frames. We knew she would love this oversized Sabine Be frame with different colored interchangeable rings! Add on some Transition lenses and it’s a multi-use pair to match any fit.
Kathy is a founding partner and CEO of Be Strong Families, a nonprofit that works to establish positive and healthy family relationships. Keep an eye out this fall for our fundraising event with 😊🏡

22/08/2024

This frame is like no other…seriously. Recycled acetate creates one-of-a-kind beauty for the most custom.colorful.handmade look possible. We might even have a few of these beauties on sale, so get here ASAP to try before they’re gone! (Out of town? Call 773.477.2670 to book a virtual fitting 😎)

22/08/2024

With just over a week left of August, there are only 7 days left to take advantage of our SALE! Don’t forget to stop by and save 10-75% off select frames. 🏃 Tues-Thurs 12-6pm, Fri&Sat 11-5pm

📷From our 2024 lookbook😎

Photos from Eye Spy Optical's post 15/08/2024

Dulce is a new customer that was searching for a blue pair of glasses... but somehow got these fabulous pairs instead!? Both pairs have the newest so these are perfectly clear inside and get dark outside...so you can see that are beginning to get darker in these photos!😎😍👀

13/08/2024

The August Sale is in full-swing! Take 10-75% off sunglasses, select one-of-a-kind eyewear, limited edition specs and more! Swing by to find your new favorites…like this pearlescent frame made by using recycled acetate to create new, completely unique patterns.

10/08/2024

Still a great selection of frames and sunnies up to 75% off!! Stop by today! Open Saturday 11-5pm. 😎🤓🥳

Photos from Eye Spy Optical's post 07/08/2024

Get you someone that’s looks at you like this, when you get your first pair of glasses 🥰🤓 Todd has been getting glasses here for a dozen years, and it was finally time for his partner Susan to take the plunge! They both selected a pair of and look so cute together!!😍

07/08/2024

What are you waiting for? We have a great selection of sale frames and sunglasses on sale this month for up to 75% off. Stop in and let us help you select a new pair for fall!!

02/08/2024

Our August Sunglass and More Sale is on! Up to 75% off... swing in soon for the best selection!! 😎🧐😎🤓

02/08/2024

James selected two pairs of spectacular specs…and requested a light blue tint in this smokey grey pair of MASAHIROMARUYAMA frames. We obliged…and wow, does he look sharp!?!😎

Photos from Eye Spy Optical's post 01/08/2024

We just received our new organic cotton, fair-wage, fair-labor, sustainable bags!! And the artwork was created by our friend Emily of ! We love them!😍 Thanks !!

01/08/2024

Our August Sale Starts TODAY!!

Take 10% to 75% off sunwear, eyewear, and ALL of our kids' eyewear!!

Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 31
Tuesday-Thursday 12-6pm
Friday & Saturday 11-5pm

See you soon!!

31/07/2024

For his first pair of eyewear, Graham went bold! He selected a sunglass and made them into a fabulous optical…and we are here for it!😍🤓

Photos from Eye Spy Optical's post 24/07/2024

Sometimes needs to recharge with her family:) Hope everyone is squeezing in some time to relax this summer, near or far! 🎣🏊‍♂️🚲

18/07/2024

from Nina Mür 🔒neutral colors in bold, bespoke sustainable wooden frames 🔒

16/07/2024

Roger and Lenton recently discovered Eye Spy via a referral from a longtime customer. First, they updated their prescriptions with our eye doctor, Dr. Weil. Then, we updated their looks with these fabulous frames!!

10/07/2024

Join Meena of at Eye Spy Optical on Thursday, July 18th for our very first DIY eyeglasses chain workshop! You will learn how to create a custom chain or necklace using Vintage Royalty style pieces, baubles, vintage findings, and chains.

The hour-long class will include all the supplies you'll need to create your chain (eyeglasses not included). Find The Vintage Royalty Event Page at the linktree in our bio to sign up!! The cost is $50. See you there!!

09/07/2024

🫧Bubblies by Anne et Valentin featuring bright translucent temple arms with bubbles at the ends. Just in time for summer. 🫧 🫧

Photos from Eye Spy Optical's post 09/07/2024

Kim was a former tortoiseshell-only wearer, but she changed up her look during the pandemic… and hasn’t looked back! When she came to our Nina Mür trunk show in April, we found this perfect purple pair for her full-time wear. 😜But she also fell in love with a Sabine Be frame!! We made up this pair with a computer prescription so Kim can look up hot properties as a realtor for .

07/07/2024

It is difficult to pick our favs from the latest arrivals, but these asymmetrical cat eyes just might be it.🤫🤓💕😻

07/07/2024

When your favorite colors are lavender and pink...and you walk into Eye Spy, this is what happens!🤓🤩🥳😍

02/07/2024

Join Meena of The Vintage Royalty and our fun crew at Eye Spy Optical on Thursday, July 18th for our very first DIY eyeglasses chain workshop! You will learn how to create a custom chain or necklace using Vintage Royalty style pieces, baubles, vintage findings, and chains.
$50 to sign-up! The hour long class will include all the supplies you'll need to create your chain (eyeglasses not included). Find The Vintage Royalty Event Page at the linktree in our bio.

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Watch us unbox beautiful new arrivals from Masahiro Maruyama... with a few surprises:-)
The entire @anneetvalentin collection is here... today only! We are selecting new styles for the shop... and for eyewear...

Address


3350 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL
60657

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 12:00 - 18:00
Thursday 12:00 - 18:00
Friday 11:00 - 17:00
Saturday 11:00 - 17:00